John C. Barnes 1939-2024
GIRARD — John “Jack” Charles Barnes, 85, of Girard, passed away peacefully on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, and went to be with his family that was waiting for him.
Jack was born May 17, 1939, in Youngstown, a son of Eugene and Mary Madden Barnes.
Jack was a proud, hardworking foreman at Easco and other steel factories. He had a passion for golf and was proud of his two holes in one. He enjoyed golf leagues, coaching both his sons and daughter in baseball / softball and always tinkering around his home.
Jack leaves behind his wife of 42 years, Christine Cardiero Barnes; his children, John (Beverly) Barnes, Shawn (Becky) Barnes, Jackie Barone, and stepson, Mark (Christine) Woodworth; his grandchildren, Coery Barnes, Tyler Barnes, Journey Barnes, Hope Carrozzi and Hannah (Keir) MacMillan; and his great-grandchildren, Dallas Barnes, Elly Carrozzi, Charlie Carrozzi and Addison Carrozzi; and his best buddy, Oscar.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, William, Jimmy, Tery and Richard; and sister, Carol Novak.
Jack was funny, brave, giving and the strongest man to those who knew him. He will be missed immensely by his family. He truly was their superman.
A visitation will be held from 3 to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, followed by a funeral service starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Blackstone Funeral Home in Girard.
Visit www.blackstonefuneralhome.com to view this obituary and to send any expressions of sympathy to the Barnes family.
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